Finance Executive (Remote – Johor, Malaysia)
This role primarily supports Singapore HQ financial reporting while overseeing statutory compliance matters for our Malaysia entity. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager and contribute to accurate reporting, strong financial discipline, and efficient finance operations across entities.
This role provides valuable exposure to Singapore headquarters finance operations and cross-border financial reporting.
This is a remote role based in Johor, Malaysia.
Job Responsibilities
Singapore Financial Reporting (Primary Scope)
- Support monthly and year-end closing processes
- Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintain AR/AP schedules and aging analysis
- Assist in preparing management reports and financial insights
- Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external auditors
- Support intercompany reconciliation and group reporting
Malaysia Compliance & Payroll Administration
- Process monthly payroll
- Ensuring timely submission of statutory contributions including
- KWSP (EPF)
- SOCSO
- EIS
- PCB
- Maintaining payroll and statutory documentation
- Liaise with company secretary and tax agents where required
- Support compliance matters and preparation for potential future operational expansion in Malaysia
Finance Operations & Process Support
- Maintaining finance documentation and internal trackers
- Supporting improvements in finance workflows and controls
- Assist the Finance Manager in financial analysis reporting, and management reporting preparation
- Supporting cross-functional operational coordination when required
Requirements
- Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience
- Experience supporting month-end closing
- Experience handling Malaysia payroll and statutory submissions
- Familiarity with Singapore financial reporting processes preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reconciliation
- Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is preferred
- Experience with Xero is an advantage
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently in a remote environment
Key Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualities:
- Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in financial records and reconciliations
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Well-organized with good documentation practices
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines during month-end and audit periods
- Proactive attitude in improving finance processes and internal controls
What you will Gain
- Exposure to Singapore HQ financial reporting
- Experience in cross-border accounting coordination
- Practical experience in audit preparation and compliance processes
- Opportunity to progressively take ownership of Malaysia entity accounting when business operations expand
- Structured growth towards senior accounting responsibilities
Why Join Us?
Be a Force for Good: Your work here doesn’t just tick boxes—it drives meaningful, measurable change for businesses, industries, and communities striving to build a more sustainable future.
Freedom to Own It: We hire capable, driven people and we trust them. You’ll have the autonomy to take charge of your work, backed by a culture that values results over red tape.
Think Big, Act Together: Collaboration fuels us. You’ll work with sharp, mission-driven teammates across disciplines—no silos, just shared goals and smart execution.
Grow Fast, Learn Always: We move quickly and expect a lot—but we invest even more in your growth. If you’re hungry to learn and ready to stretch, you’ll thrive here.
Work-Life, Reimagined: Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or somewhere in between, flexibility is real. We care about outcomes, not hours—and we build trust through accountability.
Resilience Pays Off: If you’re wired for growth, this is where the grind turns into pride.
What We Look For
Self-Starters: You don’t wait for instruction—you spot what needs doing and take initiative. We love that.
Curious Builders: You ask the right questions, dig deep, and thrive in ambiguity. You turn complex problems into elegant, real-world solutions.
Communicators Who Connect: Whether you’re writing a report or leading a meeting, you convey your ideas with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
Accountable High Performers: You take ownership, deliver under pressure, and hold yourself to a high standard—even when no one’s watching.
Passion for Impact: You’re not just looking for a job—you want to do work that matters. Whether it’s advancing sustainability, transforming client outcomes, or innovating with tech, you’re fueled by purpose and driven to make a difference!
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